Andrea Ancer Leal, DNP, PMHNP-BC is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner at Rappore. Dr. Ancer Leal has worked in mental health for 9 years in various roles and settings. She combines her social work psychotherapeutic training with nursing practice to address mental health needs holistically. She believes mental wellness and resilience are vital components to living a fulfilling and authentic life and it takes empathy, active listening, and human connection to help others address their mental health needs. Dr. Ancer Leal focuses on psychopharmacology while recognizing the importance of therapy, sleep, nutrition, and physical activity for optimal mental health. Dr. Ancer Leal has experience treating clients of a wide range of ages and various mental health diagnoses including depression, anxiety, bipolar, and ADHD.
Dr. Ancer Leal earned her Bachelor of Nursing Science and Doctorate in Nursing Practice from The University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston, TX. Prior to her career in nursing, she earned her Master of Social Work from the University of Houston.
When she is away from practice, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, going outdoors with her dog Beau, and planning out her next travel destinations.
Dr. Ancer Leal is fluent in both English and Spanish.